Bowen

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Horseshoe Bay is Bowen's most iconic beach and a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The beach is framed by two granite outcrops which provide a haven for a wonderful range of fish and coral just a short swim from the beach. There is also a little resort next to the car park. This is taken from Rotary Outlook which is about 10 min walk from the carpark.
Horseshoe Bay is Bowen's most iconic beach and a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The beach is framed by two granite outcrops which provide a haven for a wonderful range of fish and coral just a short swim from the beach. There is also a little resort next to the car park. This is taken from Rotary Outlook which is about 10 min walk from the carpark.
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Where to stay in Bowen

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Queens Beach

Travelers enjoy Queens Beach for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Bowen Golf Course while you're in the area.

Queens Beach
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Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort

4 out of 5
2A Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
$106 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$117 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (773 reviews)
Too much confusion for me. Firstly they stuffed my room up. They had moved me and resold my room - provided me with a couple of classic boomer lies. ‘Didn’t want you to be near kids, upstairs is better than downstairs’ etc. Now I had a room with two extra beds that I couldn’t use and no where comfortable ...

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Whitsunday Sands Resort
Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
101 Golf Links Road Bowen QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$84 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$92 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Bowen Golf Course and Queens Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (197 reviews)
Love the renos on the rooms bed was comfortable and food was beautiful thanks for the stay

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel
Horseshoe Bay Resort

Horseshoe Bay Resort

2.5 out of 5
1 Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
$68 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$68 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach holiday park in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Horseshoe Bay Beach and ...
Horseshoe Bay Resort
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Palm View Holiday Apartments

Palm View Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner Horseshoe Bay Rd & Soldiers Rd Bowen QLD
Stay at this apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Queens Beach and Bowen Golf Course are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (167 reviews)
Communication from hosts was excellent. Room was clean and looked fresh. Very inviting. Truly enjoyed my stay and would stay again!

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Palm View Holiday Apartments
Beachside Holiday Units

Beachside Holiday Units

3.5 out of 5
38 Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grays Bay and Queens Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (204 reviews)
Great Value Fabulous Mt go to in Bowen

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Beachside Holiday Units
Ocean Breeze Units

Ocean Breeze Units

3 out of 5
5 Marshall Street Bowen QLD
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Bowen Golf Course and Queens ...
6.4/10 (106 reviews)
Dropped in overnight on our way through, manager was super helpful. Kids spent most of the time in the pool.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Ocean Breeze Units
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Popular places to visit

Rose Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rose Bay Beach during your trip to Rose Bay?

Rose Bay Beach

Bowen Jetty

4/5(1 review)

Bowen Jetty is just one of the places to see in Bowen Town Center, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Bowen Jetty

The Big Mango

You can learn about the history of Bowen when you stop by The Big Mango. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

The Big Mango

Bowen Harbour

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Bowen with a trip to Bowen Harbour. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Bowen Harbour

Mullers Lagoon Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Mullers Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Bowen. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Mullers Lagoon Park

Bowen Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Bowen at Bowen Golf Course. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Bowen Golf Course

Things to do

Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

$405
per adult
Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit
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